The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) recorded a significant surge in its average daily stock trading transactions, reaching IDR 21.77 trillion during the period of May 18-22, 2026. This impressive figure marks a substantial 15.68 percent increase compared to the previous week’s average of IDR 18.82 trillion. Kautsar Primadi Nurahmad, Corporate Secretary of the IDX, highlighted this robust growth, further noting an uplift in trading volumes.
“The positive trend was also reflected in the average daily transaction volume on the IDX, which climbed by 2.53 percent to 36.67 billion shares from 35.76 billion shares in the preceding week,” Nurahmad stated in a written release on Friday, May 22, 2026. This indicates a healthy appetite for trading activity within the Indonesian market, with more shares changing hands daily.
Despite the increase in transaction value and volume, IDX data revealed some mixed signals. The average daily transaction frequency experienced a slight dip, decreasing by 6.5 percent to 2.37 million times, down from 2.53 million times in the prior week. Furthermore, the overall market capitalization of the IDX saw a correction, falling by 10.07 percent from IDR 11,825 trillion to IDR 10,635 trillion. This suggests a shift in investor sentiment, impacting overall market valuation.
Foreign investors demonstrated a cautious stance, recording a net sell value of IDR 309.52 billion for the week, contributing to a year-to-date net sell figure of IDR 41.63 trillion. The benchmark Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) also underwent a correction, declining by 8.35 percent over the week. It closed at 6,162.045 on May 23, 2026, a notable drop from its position of 6,723.320 on May 13, 2026, as confirmed by Nurahmad.
Beyond equities, the IDX also provided an update on other financial instruments. The total issuance of bonds and sukuk recorded throughout 2026 stands at 62 emissions from 41 issuers, accumulating a value of IDR 67.84 trillion. Cumulatively, the total outstanding bonds and sukuk on the IDX comprise 697 emissions with a value of IDR 569.01 trillion and US$ 148.82 million, issued by 135 entities, showcasing the depth of Indonesia’s debt market.
Additionally, Government Securities (SBN) listed on the IDX total 188 series, with a nominal value reaching IDR 6,803.28 trillion and US$ 352.10 million. The market also includes Asset-Backed Securities (EBA), with 7 emissions valued at IDR 3.57 trillion, further diversifying investment opportunities within the exchange.
During the same period of May 18-22, 2026, the IDX saw the listing of two new bonds and one sukuk. On Monday, the “Obligasi Berkelanjutan I TBS Energi Utama Tahap III Tahun 2026” issued by PT TBS Energi Utama Tbk. commenced trading. This bond was listed with a nominal value of IDR 175 billion and received an idA (Single A) rating from PT Pemeringkat Efek Indonesia (PEFINDO), with PT Bank Mega Tbk. serving as the Trustee.
Concluding the week, Friday’s trading session saw the listing of two additional instruments. These were the “Sukuk Ijarah Berkelanjutan I Samudera Indonesia Tahap III Tahun 2026” from PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk. and the “Obligasi Berkelanjutan I Energi Mega Persada Tahap III Tahun 2026” by PT Energi Mega Persada Tbk., further expanding the diverse offerings on the exchange.
The newly listed sukuk, issued by PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk., has a principal amount of IDR 700 billion. It secured an idA+(sy) (Single A Plus Syariah) rating from PEFINDO, with PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk. appointed as the Trustee, underscoring its adherence to Sharia principles.
Concurrently, the bond issued by PT Energi Mega Persada Tbk. was listed with a principal amount of IDR 500 billion. It achieved an idA+ (Single A Plus) rating from PEFINDO, and PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. was designated as the Trustee for this bond issuance, ensuring robust oversight.
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Summary
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) experienced a significant 15.68 percent surge in average daily stock trading transactions, reaching IDR 21.77 trillion for May 18-22, 2026, with trading volume also increasing by 2.53 percent. Despite this, the market showed mixed signals as overall market capitalization fell by 10.07 percent, and foreign investors recorded a net sell of IDR 309.52 billion for the week. Consequently, the benchmark Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) declined by 8.35 percent, closing at 6,162.045.
Beyond equities, the IDX’s debt market displayed robust activity, with total bonds and sukuk issued in 2026 valued at IDR 67.84 trillion and total outstanding instruments exceeding IDR 569 trillion. Government Securities also contributed significantly, totaling 188 series with a nominal value surpassing IDR 6,803 trillion. During the period, the IDX listed two new bonds and one sukuk from issuers like PT TBS Energi Utama Tbk., PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk., and PT Energi Mega Persada Tbk.